Hidden compartment

A hidden compartment where people can stay is usually referred to as a hidden room or secret room, and can range from parts of small wardrobes or closets under staircases to entire basements or even large mountain complexes.The term hidden compartment can also refer to smaller storage places for valuables and personal belongings in furniture (such as cabinet compartments), trap compartments in vehicles, false bottoms in containers, and various other concealment devices.During the prohibition era, there were several examples of hidden rooms being used for storing alcohol or as entrances to secret bars.[citation needed] In 1978, in connection with the police investigation of Hans Otto Meyer, a secret room was found where Meyer kept weapons for what he claimed was a secret emergency preparedness organization under the Norwegian Armed Forces' intelligence services associated with NATOs Stay Behind.[1][2][3] In recent years, there have been examples of several companies specializing in making hidden rooms,[4][5] as well as private individuals who have made improvised solutions, either for fun or for security in case of burglary.
A hidden compartment at the back of a lap desk , with two small drawers concealed beneath the pen and inkwell compartments
A hidden door between the library and changing rooms at Mottisfont Abbey in England .
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